A disturbing incident in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana has led to the arrest of a Raceland man after authorities say he fired a gun at another person during an argument. The situation quickly escalated from a verbal dispute to a dangerous confrontation involving a firearm. Fortunately, no one was injured in the incident, but the suspect now faces serious criminal charges.
Raceland Man Arrested for Attempted Murder
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre confirmed the arrest of Amos Washington, a 41-year-old man from Raceland, Louisiana. Washington was taken into custody on Sunday following a shooting incident that occurred earlier that afternoon.
According to authorities, the arrest came after deputies responded to reports of gunfire in a residential area. Law enforcement officers quickly began investigating the situation and were able to locate the suspect soon after the incident.
Washington now faces multiple charges related to the shooting.
Argument Escalates Into Gunfire
The incident happened just after 3:30 p.m. on March 1, 2026, on Morristown Road in Raceland.
Deputies say Washington was involved in an argument with another man when the situation suddenly turned violent. During the dispute, Washington allegedly pulled out a handgun and fired two shots in the direction of the other man.
Although the gunshots were fired toward him, the victim was not hit.
Instead, the man quickly ran inside his nearby home to protect himself from further danger.
Suspect Leaves the Scene
After firing the gun, Washington reportedly left the area before deputies arrived at the scene.
However, law enforcement officers began searching for him immediately after receiving the report. Thanks to a quick response by deputies, Washington was located not long after the incident.
Authorities were able to take him into custody without further violence.
Charges Filed Against the Suspect
Following his arrest, Washington was booked on serious felony charges.
The charges include:
- Attempted second-degree murder
- Possession of a firearm by a convicted felon
Because Washington is legally prohibited from possessing a firearm due to a previous conviction, the weapon possession charge adds to the severity of the case.
Bail Set at $300,000
Officials confirmed that Washington’s bail has been set at $300,000.
Attempted second-degree murder is considered a very serious crime under Louisiana law and can carry heavy prison sentences if the suspect is convicted.
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities continue reviewing the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Community Safety Reminder
Incidents involving firearms during arguments can quickly become life-threatening. Law enforcement officials often remind residents to avoid escalating disputes and to seek help or walk away from dangerous situations.
Thanks to the quick response from deputies in this case, the suspect was arrested and no one was injured. Authorities continue working to ensure public safety and prevent further violent incidents in the community.
